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‘Forever’ chemicals linked to cancers, other health issues in women
A new study suggests women who are exposed to higher levels of per- and polyfluorinated alkyl substances, or…
Stigma harms people with Parkinson’s disease
A recent study found that more than half of people with Parkinson's conceal their diagnosis for fear of stigma.…
Cost and insurance coverage of OTC birth control pill still unknown
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Opill (norgestrel) for preventing pregnancy without a…
Breast cancer risks linked to genes may be lower than previously thought
Women who carried mutations in BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes had a higher-than-average risk of developing breast cancer…
Many older Americans lose wealth before dementia diagnosis
The median household net worth of the seniors in a recent study dropped by more than half in the eight years…
Study blames Trump for decline in immigrant well-child healthcare visits
Children entertain themselves by watching a show on a cell phone at El Barretal shelter in Tijuana, Mexico on…
Doctors often reluctant to discuss guns, firearms safety with patients
A survey of 109 doctors and other providers at those clinics found 36% were uncomfortable discussing…
Study shows no benefits of antidepressant for COVID-19 symptoms
The study, led by Duke Clinical Research Institute (DCRI) in partnership with Vanderbilt University, found no…
Heavy drinkers at risk for buildup of fat around heart, liver
Researchers found that heavy drinkers and binge drinkers had significant fat around the heart, compared with…
Quarter of low-income older Americans have no medical insurance
The study found that it was more common for Hispanic Americans to lose insurance coverage at 65. Photo by…